Elijah Odetokun

Education: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2014-2020) London School of Journalism (2023-2024) Foundation for Investigative Journalism (2020) AIPS (2021) Reuters (2021) Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Daily Times Nigeria (2020) OmaSports (2020-2021) El Futbolero (2021) Sports Brief (2022-2024) Legit (2024 - present)

Awards: Sports Brief Rookie of the Year 2023. Legit.ng Sport's Desk MVP of the Year 2024.

Elijah Odetokun is a Nigerian sports editor at Legit.ng. He has four years of working experience and holds a Bachelor of Agriculture from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and a Diploma in Freelance and Sports Writing from the London School of Journalism. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1404 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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“We made some mistakes”: Chelle makes honest admission after Nigeria draw...

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Nigeria's World Cup dreams shattered after draw against Zimbabwe in Uyo

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2026 FIFA WCQ: How South Africa could avoid points deduction despite major gaffe

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2 months ago

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: Eric Chelle names Osimhen, Lookman in starting lineup for...

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2 months ago

Boost for Nigeria as South Africa defaults FIFA rule, risk points deduction in...

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2 months ago

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: Ekong shares Super Eagles’ plan to thwart Warriors attack...

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2 months ago

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: Warriors captain sends message to Super Eagles before WCQ

Football

2 months ago

Zimbabwe national team captain Marshall Munetsi has issued a warning to the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier later today.

“I come to Lagos every holiday”: Troost-Ekong explains how he adapted into Super Eagles captaincy

Football

2 months ago

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has opened up on how he adapted to the role of captaining Nigeria despite being born in the Netherlands.

South Sudan players left stranded at Libyan airport ahead of World Cup qualifier

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2 months ago

South Sudan players were left stranded at Libyan airport in Benghazi before their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Sudan whose home games are in Libya.

Super Eagles captain fires warning to Zimbabwe after their president’s promise

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2 months ago

After Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa promised his players $150,000 to beat Nigeria, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong gave a response.

Osimhen reacts to transfer rumours as Chelsea rekindle interest after 2 goals vs Rwanda

Football

2 months ago

Victor Osimhen reacted to transfer rumours after scoring for Nigeria against Rwanda amid reports that Chelsea have rekindled their transfer interest.

Stanley Nwabali aims subtle dig at Rwanda after Super Eagles win in Kigali

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2 months ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has aimed a subtle dig at Rwandan attackers after the Super Eagles of Nigeria won 2-0 at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.

"We need to improve": Eric Chelle shares honest stance despite Nigeria's win over Rwanda

Football

2 months ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has called for improvements despite Nigeria's 2-0 win over Rwanda in Kigali in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.

Victor Osimhen scores brace as Nigeria revive World Cup hopes with win in Rwanda

Football

2 months ago

Victor Osimhen scored twice as the Super Eagles of Nigeria beat the Amavubi of Rwanda in Kigali to revive their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier hopes.

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Victor Osimhen scores as Nigeria defeat Amavubi in Kigali

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2 months ago

Victor Osimhen has scored to break the deadlock for the Super Eagles of Nigerian during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Rwanda in Kigali.

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